Georgia CommonsHR 447: Floyd, Nya Aaliyah; commend
Last action February 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Nya Aaliyah Floyd, a Fort Valley State University student from Lithonia, for her academic and leadership achievements.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Nya Aaliyah Floyd, a student originally from Lithonia, Georgia. It recounts her academic path, including earning an associate degree in business administration from Herzing University with a 3.9 GPA and pursuing a bachelor's degree in agriculture at Fort Valley State University, as well as her leadership roles and titles such as Miss Fort Valley State University. The resolution does not create any new law, spend any state money, or change any rights or duties. It simply states the House's recognition of her achievements and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally states the House of Representatives' recognition and commendation of Nya Aaliyah Floyd for her academic and leadership achievements.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to her.
- Creates no new law, funding, or legal obligation, serving purely as a ceremonial statement.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Nya Aaliyah Floyd. It has no legal effect on the general public, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the document to her.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial honor with no practical effect on Georgia law, funding, or residents' daily lives. Its significance is symbolic recognition by the state legislature of an individual's personal and academic accomplishments.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Floyd's academic record, extracurricular involvement, and leadership titles, providing the factual basis for the honor.
- The resolving clause formally states the House's recognition and commendation of Floyd and extends best wishes for her future.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Floyd.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Nya Aaliyah Floyd for her exceptional achievements, leadership, and contributions to her community”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Robert Dickey (R, HD-134)
- Patty Stinson (D, HD-150)
- Bethany Ballard (R, HD-147)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Fort Valley State University
- Georgia House of Representatives
- student achievement